Research Visit by Murat Tarakci

Murat shared his fascinating ongoing research with us PhD students, walking us through its theoretical foundations and preliminary findings. As an AMJ Associate Editor, he also offered valuable insights into the dos and don'ts of writing a publishable paper for a top-tier journal.

Three key takeaways from his session:

• Choosing an interesting topic is crucial, as it is what we, as PhD students, will be working on throughout our long academic journey.

• Engage with the academic community early on to receive feedback, gain inspiration, and move your work forward.

• Beyond the findings themselves (the “What”), clearly defining the “So-what” and “Now-what” significantly enhances the value of a paper.

A huge thank you to Murat for the engaging discussions and valuable exchanges